London named world's most powerful city in 2026 index
London tops the Global Power City Index for the 14th consecutive year, beating Tokyo and New York. Discover what makes the capital's 'magnetism' so strong and where it falls short.
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Davos 2026 ignores capitalism, the root of global crises
As global leaders meet in Davos, economist Ingrid Robeyns argues their refusal to confront neoliberal capitalism, the engine of extreme inequality, undermines solving any other world risk. Read why this system is the core threat.
US Tariffs Could Trigger UK Recession, Economists Warn
New US tariffs linked to Greenland could slash UK GDP by 0.75%, risking recession. Experts warn of geopolitical shift and investment chill. Read the full analysis.
UK Growth to Lag Behind Advanced Economies, IMF Says
The IMF predicts UK growth will be slower than the advanced economy average for the next two years, as new US tariffs on NATO allies add to trade tensions. Read the full analysis.
China's population falls for fourth consecutive year
China's population shrinks by 3.39 million in 2025 as births plummet to a record low, deepening concerns over an ageing society and long-term economic impact. Explore the data and policy responses.
UK economy 'languishing' 15% behind peers
A stark report warns the UK economy is falling behind major trading partners. Chancellor Rachel Reeves urged to be bold on trade and planning reform ahead of Davos meetings.
China's Economy Hits 5.2% Growth Target for 2025
China's economy achieved its 5.2% growth goal for 2025, navigating a Trump-led trade war and a domestic property crisis. Discover the key drivers and global implications.
Studies Show UK's Oversized Finance Sector Limits Economic Growth
As Chancellor Rachel Reeves courts bankers, research reveals the UK's financial sector is now so large it stifles growth. Experts warn against further cosseting.
Hassett: 'Nothing to see' in Fed probe, backs Powell's truthfulness
Kevin Hassett, a top Trump economic adviser and potential Fed chair, says he expects 'nothing to see' in the DoJ's criminal investigation of Jerome Powell. Explore the escalating clash over central bank independence.
UK economy grows 0.3% in November, beating forecasts
The UK economy expanded faster than expected in November, boosted by Jaguar Land Rover's recovery. However, economists warn of underlying weakness and downgraded growth forecasts. Read the full analysis.
UK GDP grew 0.3% in November, beating forecasts
The UK economy expanded by a better-than-expected 0.3% in November 2025. Chancellor Rachel Reeves welcomes growth amid calls for further interest rate cuts to ease the cost of living. Read the full analysis.
UK Economy Grows 0.3% in November
The UK economy expanded by 0.3% in November, exceeding expectations. Revised data also shows growth in September. Get the latest GDP analysis.
UK economy sees modest 0.1% growth after JLR cyberattack
The UK economy grew 0.1% in the three months to November 2025, led by services, but construction shrank. The impact of the historic Jaguar Land Rover cyberattack has largely recovered. Read the full analysis.
UK economy grew 0.3% in November, beating forecasts
The UK economy grew more than expected in November 2025, official ONS data shows, but growth remains low. Explore the figures and the pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
Adam Tooze: The Historian Decoding Our Unprecedented Era
From financial crashes to climate crises, historian Adam Tooze has become the essential guide to our radical new reality. Discover his analysis of Trump, Biden, and the rise of China.
Economic War Named Biggest Global Risk at Davos
A Davos survey reveals economic wars are the top global threat for 2026, outpacing armed conflict and climate change. Discover the key risks and geopolitical tensions.
Davos 2025: Economic Warfare Named Top Global Risk
Ahead of the Davos summit, a WEF survey of 1,300 experts identifies economic clashes as the biggest short-term threat, with climate risks looming large over the next decade. Read the full analysis.
Trump's Fed Pressure Risks Global Inflation, RBA Warns
RBA Governor Michele Bullock defends Fed independence as Trump attacks Jerome Powell. Economists warn political rate cuts could fuel inflation in the US and Australia. Read the full analysis.
Trump's Economic Victory Claim Faces Reality Check
Donald Trump touted a historic economic record in Detroit, but official data and voter anxiety over living costs tell a different story. Read the full analysis.
World Bank: 25% of developing countries poorer than 2019
A World Bank report reveals a quarter of developing nations are poorer than pre-pandemic, with sub-Saharan Africa hit hardest. Global growth has 'downshifted', threatening poverty reduction. Read the full analysis.
US inflation holds firm at 2.7% in December
US inflation remained steady at 2.7% in December, above the Fed's target. The data fuels political pressure on President Trump over the cost of living. Read the full analysis.
Global Central Bankers Unite to Defend Fed Independence
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey signs statement of solidarity with Jerome Powell as US Fed faces criminal inquiry. Read the latest on the threat to central bank independence.
Powell Stands Firm Against Trump's Criminal Investigation
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell accuses the Trump administration of a politically motivated criminal probe after the Fed refused to cut interest rates. Explore the escalating battle for central bank independence.
DOJ Investigates Fed Chair Powell in Unprecedented Move
US Justice Department opens criminal probe into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, escalating a political battle over interest rates and central bank independence. Read the full analysis.
Trump Fed Pressure Risks 1970s Inflation, Analysts Say
Economists warn Donald Trump's attempts to influence the Federal Reserve could trigger 1970s-style inflation and global market backlash. Read the full analysis.
UK GDP Growth Hits Zero in November, ONS Figures Show
New GDP data reveals zero growth for the UK economy in November 2025, with late Budget uncertainty blamed. Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny as business activity stalls. Read the full analysis.
Trump's 10% Credit Card Rate Cap Sparks Debate
President Trump announces a one-year cap on credit card interest rates at 10%, effective 20 January. Critics question its legality without Congressional approval, while banking groups warn of reduced credit access.
Cuba's population crisis and economic collapse
Cuba faces a devastating 'polycrisis' of mass emigration, economic freefall, and demographic collapse. One in four Cubans have left in four years. Can the regime survive?
Russia's economy resists collapse despite sanctions pressure
Analysis reveals why Russia's economy, rewired by the Kremlin, withstands sanctions and falling oil prices, funding the war in Ukraine. Discover the economic realities behind the headlines.
Nigeria's ambitious tax reform faces public scepticism
Nigeria's radical new tax regime aims to boost revenue and fund public services. But with a broken social contract and a vast informal sector, can the government win public trust? Analysis from Lagos.
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